Lake District

Home of Beatrix Potter, dramatic landscapes and fascinating history.

Ashness Woods in autumn sun, Borrowdale, Lake District — The welcome warmth and colour of the autumn sun

Autumn in the Lake District

Coming to the Lake District when the fells are turning from green to gold? We think it's one of the best times to visit - here are our top 10 things to do in autumn.

Autumn in the Lakes

A red deer stag and two hinds — Meet winter wildlife in Ennerdale.

Sit by the open fire with a glass of mulled cider, decorate gingerbread, take a peaceful stroll in the fresh air to spot some wildlife or stay a bit longer in one of our cottages – that’s a Lake District Christmas for you.

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Holidays in the Lake District

Motorhome at Wasdale Campsite, Seascale, Lake District, Cumbria

Breaks in the Lakes

Plan a last minute autumn getaway to the Lake District.

Bird How holiday cottage in Eskdale and Duddon Valley, Cumbria.

Holiday cottages in the Lake District

From cosy cottages to grand old houses, find somewhere magical to stay in the Lake District.

Where will you explore today?

Man and woman drinking at the bar in Sticklebarn

Explore the Sizergh estate

For big legs and little legs, for an outdoors adventure in the estate and gardens, or for keeping cosy in the house and café, Sizergh estate is a whole-day adventure.

Tarn Hows

Get closer to dramatic mountain views, and some of our friendliest local residents at this iconic beauty spot, Tarn Hows.

Join us at the pub

It’s the only National Trust run pub in the country and we’re running it with the best local food and ales. Relax after a day of adventure in this magnificent valley.